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Red Bluff Recreation Area USFS
4.3 ★★★★☆ 210 Google reviews · Running trail in Red Bluff, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Red Bluff Recreation Area USFS' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Red Bluff Recreation Area USFS
“This area was very nice camp was clean, toilets didn't smell, the showers ok bring flip flops for sure, water was warm/chilly but when the sun comes out its all good.”
“The park was a great surprise, it was a quite beautiful park, we really enjoyed our overnight stay on our way to the coast.”
“There are campsites with plenty of shade, restrooms, hiking trails and it's right along the Sacramento River.”
“It looked like it had a nice boat launch, the place is very quiet at night now if the pests could be controlled it would be awesome, just bring the bug spray.”
Red Bluff Recreation Area Sycamore Bluff Campground April 2025 We had the fortune of staying here on a few occasions this month. The grounds are very well kept, the onsite hosts are helpful and friendly. There are quarter operated hot showers in the bathrooms. Campsites include a picnic table and bbq.
Everything is in full bloom right now! There are campsites with plenty of shade, restrooms, hiking trails and it's right along the Sacramento River. This is my spot when I need a break from everyday life. 🌺
We camped here in our 5th wheel for 5 days. This is a beautiful campground full of large old sycamore and oak trees. The biking/walking trails are great! But - the campground was designed before they decided to open it to campers. All the water/power is on the wrong side and the paved sites are very small.
Pretty setting, quiet and near several hiking paths. Hot showers for 25 cents Friendly camp host gave a nice welcome In January it is fairly empty but super convenient if you are making the I5 migration
Trail conditions & character
“The park was a great surprise, it was a quite beautiful park, we really enjoyed our overnight stay on our way to the coast.”
“There are campsites with plenty of shade, restrooms, hiking trails and it's right along the Sacramento River.”
“There are campsites with plenty of shade, restrooms, hiking trails and it's right along the Sacramento River.”
“Just at the end of the main parking lot is a beautiful garden that is 100% worth a walk through.”
“It looked like it had a nice boat launch, the place is very quiet at night now if the pests could be controlled it would be awesome, just bring the bug spray.”
“All the water/power is on the wrong side and the paved sites are very small.”
Plan your run at Red Bluff Recreation Area USFS
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitefs.usda.gov
- Phone+1 530-527-2813
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